Piab is evolving automation through progressive gripping, lifting, and moving solutions since 1951. We believe in an automated world where no resources are wasted, and no humans are injured. With annual sales of ~2 billion SEK, 900 employees, and a global presence in more than 100 countries, we help our customers improve their operations for the better on a daily basis. Since 2018, Piab is owned by Patricia Industries, part of Investor AB.

Evolving ourselves.
Evolving you.
Evolving automation.

What you will do

At Piab we work with smart tech by creating intelligent solutions, a more efficient production climate, as well as a safer workplace within the world of automation. We provide gripping skills to robots, intelligent flow to materials, and lifting power to humans. We want to improve today’s products and assembly for the better. This ambition is embedded into everything we do. It is in every idea, every product, and every interaction.

As an Applications Engineer, you will be responsible for providing sales and technical support to customers, as well as technical quote preparation, and training of personnel, sales representatives, and distributors, including technical questions, inquiries, processing quotations, initiating requests for drawings, and other required actions. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining an in-depth technical knowledge of company products, both manufactured and distributed.

You will also be the primary technical resource within the sales department and work in conjunction with the engineering and production departments for technical information communication. You will:

• Develop sales quotations for robotic end-of-arm tooling and other equipment in support of Piab sales personnel, manufacturer’s representatives, and distributors.
• Demonstrate the ability to work directly with customers in the development of quotations.
• Maintain familiarity with various CAD programs with the ability to read blueprints and/or drawing files.
• Assist with training of personnel and customers.
• Perform testing on the customer-supplied product as needed.
• Attend training and industry-related seminars.
• Other duties as assigned.

You will report directly to the Application Engineer – Team Lead and the position is based in Xenia, Ohio. In this role, you are required to act accordingly to the Piab Code of Conduct and know and follow the Piab values, mission, and routines. This role requires travel to both Piab and external parties’ global destinations when applicable.

We are looking for

• Self-motivated and results-oriented, committed, and determined to achieve goals
• Passionate about technology
• Quickly understands and analyses complex issues and problems. Comes up with sound and rational judgments
• Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently

Skills, experience, and educational background

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 2-3 years of experience in technical applications, sales & support a plus
• Excellent English skills: verbal and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
• 3D Cad experience: Solid Edge (Siemens) preferred, SolidWorks, etc a plus
• General understanding of pneumatics and pneumatic systems
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills
• Able to work as part of a team, but also independently when needed
• Able to be creative in problem-solving situations
• Customer service centric with strong communication skills
• Experience with online webinar and conference tools (Teams, GoToMeeting, etc)
• Experience with Salesforce CRM is a plus

Evolving you

All employees at Piab have a strong hands-on mentality, exploring, sharing ideas, leading by example making those ideas a reality, and ultimately committing to our customers’ success. As the world of automation evolves, so does Piab.

Ready to Act?

Why imagine what it is like to work at Piab? Taking the first step is easy; all you have to do is apply!

Want to know more about this role and Piab? You are welcome to contact Application Engineer – Team Lead, John Pinchek at john.pinchek@piab.com

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job Type

Permanent

Disclaimer

Piab provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.